1999 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1973 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 540 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
